Olympus Stylus 1200 Digital Camera
The Olympus Stylus 1200 is a 12MP 1/1.7 inch compact camera — known for its 12MP 1/1.7-Inch Sensor and Water-Resistant Metal Body. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
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Camera Overview — Olympus Stylus 1200
Key Features — Olympus Stylus 1200
12MP 1/1.7-Inch Sensor: Larger than typical point-and-shoot sensors, delivering improved image quality and dynamic range in a compact body.
Water-Resistant Metal Body: All-weather construction provides protection against splashes and light rain, adding durability for everyday carry.
125g Pocketable Design: At 98 x 56 x 23mm and 125g, the camera fits easily in a shirt or jacket pocket without feeling flimsy.
ISO 64–6400 Range: Wide sensitivity range allows shooting in bright daylight at base ISO through dimly lit indoor environments.
Face Detection AF: Automatically identifies and prioritizes faces in the frame, helping keep portraits sharp with minimal manual adjustment.
Five Color Profiles: Vivid, Natural, Portrait, Monotone, and sRGB modes let shooters dial in a look in-camera without post-processing.
Camera Specifications — Olympus Stylus 1200
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.7 inch |
| Resolution | 12MP |
| ISO Range | 64 – 6400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection, Face Detection AF |
| AF Points | Single area (center), Face Detection |
| Burst Rate | 1.2 fps |
| Max Frame Rate | 30fps |
| Bit Depth | 8-bit |
| Video Color Profiles | sRGB |
| Image Stabilization | Digital / Electronic IS |
Description — Olympus Stylus 1200
The Olympus Stylus 1200 packs a 12MP sensor on a 1/1.7-inch chip into a slim metal, water-resistant body measuring just 98 x 56 x 23mm and weighing 125g. The ISO range spans 64 to 6400, and autofocus uses contrast detection alongside Face Detection AF for straightforward point-and-shoot operation. Composition is handled via a 2.7-inch TFT LCD with 230,000 dots of resolution — no viewfinder is included.
The built-in flash supports Auto, Red-Eye Reduction, Fill-In, and Off modes. For those who like to fine-tune their output, five color profiles are available: sRGB, Vivid, Natural, Portrait, and Monotone. Image stabilization is Digital/Electronic IS.
Video records at up to 30fps in 8-bit color. Connectivity is provided via USB, and the LI-42B battery is rated for approximately 250 shots per charge (CIPA).
Pros — Olympus Stylus 1200
- ✓Water-resistant metal body at just 125g and 98 x 56 x 23mm — genuinely compact and durable
- ✓1/1.7-inch sensor with 12MP resolution, a larger sensor than many point-and-shoot competitors in its class
- ✓ISO range of 64–6400 provides flexibility in varying lighting conditions
Cons — Olympus Stylus 1200
- ✗No optical or electronic viewfinder — composition relies entirely on the 230,000-dot LCD
- ✗Digital IS only (no in-body optical stabilization), which is less effective than optical approaches
- ✗No Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connectivity, limiting wireless transfer and remote control options
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